Although it is very difficult to obtain official figures, unemployment remains one of the major problems in Comoros, especially for youth. The minimum wage of about 50,000 KMF per month but few people agree to work for that price. This is often due to the phenomenon of the diaspora living in France who sends money regularly to their family remained in the country.

Informal work is an important part of the country's economy, particularly in the construction and public works sector. Daily workers are available in large quantities for all types of work, from simple labour to skilled workers.